615 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre


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      Sunflowers

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Sunflowers" follows Werner and his military unit as they traverse a desolate Ukrainian landscape dominated by towering, dying sunflowers. The eerie setting is described as oppressive, with the sunflower heads resembling countless watching eyes. The team stops to set up radio equipment, with Werner tuning frequencies amidst crude banter between the Neumann brothers. The static-filled air feels ancient and ominous, heightening the tension as Werner scans for enemy transmissions. The scene…
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      Nothing

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Marie-Laure, hiding in a grotto, desperately recalls the details of a locked gate while a German soldier interrogates her from outside. She mentally assesses the gate's structure, wondering if a gunshot could break it, as the man muses aloud about her father's activities before his arrest. The tension escalates as she crouches in cold water, her knapsack holding a hidden loaf of bread containing a secret paper coil. With calculated precision, she retrieves and swallows the paper, destroying evidence while…
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      Saint-Malo

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Jutta, a German woman, travels to Saint-Malo with her young son, Max, seeking answers about her brother Werner’s past. The journey begins with hesitation, as Jutta grapples with the weight of her nationality in post-war France. Albert, her husband, prepares sandwiches for the trip, and Jutta carries Werner’s notebook and a small model house, symbols of her unresolved grief. The train ride is tense, especially when a man with a prosthetic leg boards, triggering her fears of confrontation. However, the…
    • Chapter II — The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II brings a quiet reflection, as the narrator muses on the brevity of life and the urgency to finish his work before time slips away. This sense of passing time isn't heavy with dread, but touched with realism and a gentle longing to preserve what matters. There is something deeply personal in his awareness—not of death as an end, but as a motivator. Madame de Gabry appears once more, adding her particular blend of grace and mischief to the scene. Her tales about ghostly legends—especially the…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter VII – The Cavalry General begins by defining the essential attributes of a capable leader in command of mounted troops. At its core, the role demands more than military intelligence; it calls for presence, courage, and deep awareness of the psychological state of both the cavalry and the broader army. Visibility in training and combat becomes not just symbolic but functional, ensuring that soldiers view their leader with both admiration and trust. This visible engagement with danger and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 28: The Last Love begins with Anna Morse, a resilient woman who manages both a funeral home and her own emotions in the quiet town of Linfield. She had considered leaving many times, especially after losing her husband, but responsibilities and loyalties kept her grounded. Although finding trustworthy workers was a constant challenge, she relied heavily on Nate Timblin, a man known for his quiet strength and reliable character. Anna had learned the hard way that assistance from others often came…
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      Chapter 21

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 21 begins with Alice being jolted awake in the middle of the night by frantic knocking on her door. Deputy Dulles, breathless and urgent, delivers the alarming news—Margery O’Hare is in labor, and there’s no doctor available to assist her. Without hesitation, Alice scrambles to prepare herself, grabbing whatever medical supplies she can find and throwing on a cloak before mounting Spirit, her trusted horse. Her destination is Monarch Creek, where she hopes to enlist the help of Sophia, who…
    • Chapter 22: War, Survival, and the Cost of Resistance Cover
      by Denzelle War had cast a long shadow over Paris, leaving destruction and uncertainty in its wake. Returning from the Vizniaks’ ransacked apartment, Isabelle found her father slumped in a chair, deep in a drunken slumber. The smell of stale alcohol filled the air as she nudged him awake, handing him a cup of bitter coffee in an attempt to sober him up. Their conversation was laced with tension, a reflection of the strained relationship they had shared for years. Despite the silence between them, the weight of…
    • Chapter 13: The Struggles of Family Dynamics and Identity Cover
      by Denzelle Family dynamics are a central theme in Chapter Thirteen, as the narrative transitions to Jude’s reflections on her final experiences with the Stardust Theater. This chapter marks the bittersweet conclusion of an era, with the curtain closing on the last performance of The Midnight Marauders. The story begins with Jude crossing paths with Kennedy, one of the actors from the play, who unexpectedly reveals a side of herself that Jude had never noticed before. In a rare and candid moment, Kennedy opens up…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 20: The Antes House introduces Gus Plitzka, the chairman of the Pottstown city council, who has a deep-seated aversion to Memorial Day. This holiday, which includes the John Antes Historical Society’s Cornet Marching Band, brings with it a series of events that Gus dreads each year. These events involve a council meeting, followed by a band performance, a breakfast of German sausages, and a parade where council members dress as Revolutionary soldiers to honor John Antes, a composer with a…
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